Process Equipment & Controls

What Process Equipment & Controls does

Process Equipment & Controls (PEC) is a privately-held industrial mechanical contractor and steel fabricator headquartered in Covington, Georgia. The company operates from a 70,000 sq ft fabrication facility equipped with a Python X CNC plasma table (two-shift operation) and an Amada press brake, supporting structural steel jobs from 50-ton miscellaneous metals up to 1,000+ ton structural projects. Its core technology stack combines heavy industrial fabrication with PLC-based automation and robotic systems integration using FANUC, Allen Bradley, and Universal Robots platforms. PEC holds AWS D1.1 structural welding, API 650, ASME Section VIII, and OSHA 30hr safety certifications, and employs 150+ people including AWS-certified welders, master electricians, PLC programmers, CNC machinists, and mechanical/electrical engineers.

PEC generates revenue through project-based custom quotes spanning millwright and rigging, electrical and controls, process piping, structural steel, industrial maintenance, interiors, and automation and robotics. Pricing is scope-driven and billed per project, with multi-year contract cadences on larger engagements. The company sells directly to enterprise clients and operates as a subcontractor to general contractors across the Southeast United States (Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina). Its primary customer segments are data centers, industrial manufacturing, food and beverage production, bio-science manufacturing, and automotive plants. Ryan Loew serves as President. With 30+ years of operating history, PEC positions itself as a single-project-manager, full-lifecycle industrial contractor covering design through erection and emergency maintenance.

Name

Process Equipment & Controls

Legal name

Process Equipment and Controls

Website

https://processequipmentandcontrols.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Process Equipment & Controls is a privately-held industrial mechanical contractor and steel fabricator in Covington, Georgia, providing millwright, structural steel, process piping, electrical, and automation/robotics services to data centers, manufacturing plants, and general contractors across the Southeast US.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Mechanical Contracting

NAICS

Machinery Manufacturing (333), Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)

SIC

Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Control System Integration & Engineering Services (Design, Commissioning, Retrofits) (IMAGABAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Building Systems (PEMB) (IMADACAB), Industrial Control Panels & Enclosures (Panel Building, MCCs, Integration) (IMAGABAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial mechanical contracting
• Steel fabrication services
• Industrial automation integration
• Millwright rigging services
• Process piping installation

Headquarters

HQ city

Covington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Industrial Mechanical Services: Project-based contracting services for industrial mechanical installations, maintenance, and repairs. Revenue is generated through custom project quotes based on scope, labor, and materials. Services include millwright & rigging, process piping, electrical installations, and structural steel work.
2. Steel Fabrication: Custom steel fabrication services ranging from miscellaneous metals (20-50 tons) to large structural jobs (200-1000+ tons). Projects include equipment skids, pipe supports, structural steel assemblies, and plate work. Pricing based on tonnage and complexity.
3. Automation & Robotics Integration: Design, installation, and integration of robotic systems, conveyor systems, and warehouse automation. Includes PLC programming, robotic arm installation, and automated packaging systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Process Equipment & Controls (PEC) is an industrial mechanical contractor providing millwright & rigging, electrical & controls, process piping, structural steel fabrication, industrial maintenance, interiors, and automation & robotics services. The company operates from a 70,000 sq ft steel fabrication facility in Covington, GA, and delivers custom-fabricated steel structures, equipment skids, storage tanks, and integrated mechanical/electrical installations for industrial facilities, data centers, manufacturing plants, and food/beverage producers across the Southeast United States.

Product overview

Process Equipment & Controls (PEC) is a mechanical contractor and industrial services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of steel fabrication and construction services alongside specialized automation and robotics solutions. The core product offerings include Steel Frame Buildings, Storage Tank Fabrication, Steel Canopy Solutions, and Industrial Steel Fabrication from a 70,000 sq ft facility in Covington, GA. These structural products are complemented by service divisions covering Automation & Robotics (featuring Allen Bradley, FANUC, and Universal Robots), Millwright & Rigging, Electrical & Controls, Data Center Construction, Industrial Services & Maintenance, Process Piping, Structural Steel, Warehouse Systems, Custom Metal Fabrication, and Interiors Division. The company operates across multiple service areas in Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Steel Frame Buildings Steel frame building solutions for warehouses, industrial complexes, and commercial hubs featuring sustainability, energy efficiency, and design flexibility with option for column-free expansive spaces. Targeted at commercial and industrial property developers and facility owners.
• Storage Tank Fabrication Custom-fabricated storage tanks in stainless and carbon steel for industrial storage needs, adhering to API 650 and ASME Section VIII standards, with floating roof options. Targeted at industrial operators requiring compliant process and bulk storage.
• Steel Canopy Solutions Steel frame canopy structures and canopy tents for commercial spaces and temporary outdoor solutions, featuring weather-resistant properties and powder-coated finish options. Targeted at commercial property owners needing covered outdoor structures.
• Industrial Steel Fabrication Heavy industrial steel fabrication services including structural steel, miscellaneous metals, plate work, pipe supports, and equipment skids from a 70,000 sq ft Covington, GA facility. Handles projects ranging from 50-ton miscellaneous metals up to 1,000+ ton structural steel jobs. Targeted at industrial facilities, defense contractors, and general contractors needing heavy custom steel.
• Automation & Robotics Industrial automation and robotics services including automatic packaging systems, conveyor systems, PLC automation, robotic control systems, and robotic systems integration using Allen Bradley, FANUC, and Universal Robots. Targeted at manufacturing plants seeking automation of production, packaging, and material handling.
• Millwright & Rigging Expert millwright and rigging services including crane rigging, heavy equipment moving, and industrial rigging for mechanical installations. Targeted at industrial facilities and contractors requiring heavy equipment installation, relocation, and alignment.
• Electrical & Controls Electrical contracting services and controls installation for industrial environments, including controls contracting, fiber installation, and industrial lighting systems. Targeted at industrial plants, data centers, and general contractors requiring industrial electrical and control system installations.
• Data Center Construction Complete data center construction services including electrical contracting, grounding and bonding, structural steel, BMS/EPMS/SCADA controls, fiber installation, and subcontracting for general contractors. Targeted at hyperscale data center operators, colocation providers, and general contractors building data center facilities.
• Industrial Services & Maintenance Comprehensive industrial maintenance services including custom metal fabrication, mechanical construction, process piping, emergency repairs, and equipment maintenance. Targeted at industrial facility owners needing ongoing maintenance, emergency repair, and mechanical construction support, with 24/7 emergency response.
• Process Piping Process piping installation and maintenance for industrial facilities ensuring efficient transport of materials with custom solutions. Targeted at food & beverage, bio-science, chemical, and general industrial facilities requiring sanitary or process-grade piping.
• Structural Steel Complete structural steel services from design to fabrication including industrial construction, walkways, catwalks, steel stairs, and mezzanine construction. Targeted at industrial facilities, data centers, and general contractors needing structural steel for new builds and retrofits.
• Warehouse Systems Warehouse automation technology including automated picking systems, robot palletizing, guided vehicles, mobile robots, and system upgrades. Targeted at distribution centers, warehousing operators, and manufacturers seeking automation of material handling and order fulfillment.
• Custom Metal Fabrication Custom metal fabrication services for creating exact components including ductwork, brackets, and custom steel pieces tailored to specifications. Targeted at industrial facilities, contractors, and OEMs needing bespoke metal components.
• Interiors Division Interior construction services including acoustic ceilings, commercial drywall, industrial sheetrock, lobby construction, and office renovations. Targeted at commercial property owners, general contractors, and industrial facility operators needing interior build-out.

Quantifiable outcome

• Zero production downtime through preventative, predictive, and responsive maintenance services
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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